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Kai Huber

Syracuse

Summary

Dynamic communications professional with extensive experience at the United States Marine Corps, excelling in video production and editing. Proven adaptability and resilience in high-pressure environments, successfully leading projects that enhance storytelling and mission objectives. Recognized for leadership in training junior videographers and officers, delivering impactful multimedia content.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Strategy and Operations Chief

United States Marine Corps
06.2024 - Current
  • The Communication Strategy and Operations (COMMSTRAT) Chief assists the COMMSTRAT Officer, Visual Information Officer (VIO), and/or COMMSTRAT Planner in communication planning and execution, and is proficient in the technical aspects of written and visual communication, including product development, equipment management, and software.


Communication Strategy and Operations Chief

United States Marine Corps
08.2022 - 06.2024

- The Communication Strategy and Operations (COMMSTRAT) Chief assists the COMMSTRAT Officer, Visual Information Officer (VIO), and/or COMMSTRAT Planner in communication planning and execution, and is proficient in the technical aspects of written and visual communication, including product development, equipment management, and software.


- Deployed to the Philippines and Malaysia.


-Graduated from the Defense Information School Public Affairs Qualification Course, receiving award for leadership.

Marine Security Guard

United States Marine Corps
10.2018 - 08.2022

The Marine Security Guard (MSG) will be assigned to duty at one of over 140 MSG detachments around the world. The MSG will provide armed internal security to designated U.S. diplomatic and consular facilities to prevent the compromise of classified information and equipment vital to the national security of the United States.



Post Locations:

  • Baghdad, Iraq
  • Riga, Latvia
  • Paris, France
  • Conakry, Guinea (Acting Detachment Commander)
  • Over 5,000 hours of armed security experience
  • Over 400 response drills and 4 actual
  • Resumed video work as requested.

Combat Videographer

United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - 10.2018

The Combat Videographer conceptualizes, plans, acquires and produces motion imagery products using digital video cameras and editing equipment.


  • Deployed with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment to the Black Sea.
  • Captured high-quality video footage for training and operational use, ensuring clarity and precision.
  • Edited and produced multimedia content, enhancing storytelling through effective visual narratives.
  • Collaborated with teams to develop creative concepts for video projects, aligning with mission objectives.
  • Trained junior videographers on equipment operation and editing software, fostering skill development and collaboration.

Education

High School Diploma -

Middletown High School
Middletown

No Degree - Film And Video Production

Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD

No Degree - Digital Media

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD

No Degree - Public Affairs Qualification Course

The Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD
07-2023

No Degree - Intermediate Videographers Course

The Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD
05-2017

No Degree - Basic Electronic Field Production

The Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD
03-2014

Skills

  • Video production
  • Video editing
  • Social media content
  • Directing experience
  • Interview filming

  • Pre-production planning
  • Deadline management
  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Physical fitness
  • Calm under pressure

Languages

French
Limited Working

Interests

  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Yoga
  • Music

Timeline

Communications Strategy and Operations Chief

United States Marine Corps
06.2024 - Current

Communication Strategy and Operations Chief

United States Marine Corps
08.2022 - 06.2024

Marine Security Guard

United States Marine Corps
10.2018 - 08.2022

Combat Videographer

United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Middletown High School

No Degree - Film And Video Production

Frederick Community College

No Degree - Digital Media

University of Maryland Global Campus

No Degree - Public Affairs Qualification Course

The Defense Information School

No Degree - Intermediate Videographers Course

The Defense Information School

No Degree - Basic Electronic Field Production

The Defense Information School